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Devices => Sound Cards, DAC's, Receivers, Speakers, and Headphones => Topic started by: imugli on May 26, 2012, 08:07:43 pm

Title: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: imugli on May 26, 2012, 08:07:43 pm
For those wanting an inexpensive, yet still apparently *acceptable* system from their PC, I found the following at CNET.com the other day.

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-57439115-47/build-your-own-desktop-stereo-for-under-$70/

The Lepai has gone on my shopping list for the office / mancave when it gets finished (probably a couple of months away) so will let you know my impressions...
Title: Re: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: DarkPenguin on May 26, 2012, 10:14:06 pm
I just use a pair of self powered M-Audio AV40s.  They were like $100, I think.  They are an improvement over my old altec lansing computer speakers.
Title: Re: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: imugli on May 27, 2012, 12:23:47 am
I have a pair speakers from an old snayo all-in-one, so am going to hook those up initially.

I like idea of being able to upgrade the components piece by piece and for $35 for the amp, I can't go too wrong...
Title: Re: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: Scolex on May 27, 2012, 02:05:52 am
I have 2 Klipsch ProMedia 4.1 sets that I have configured as a 7.2 setup, I have a total of $85 and a bit of repair time tied up in them.  ;D
I have heard good things about Dayton Audio products and am considering replacing my Advent/Carver AV550S 15" sub in my TV room with 2 12" Daytons
and reusing the plate amp. The 15 has plenty of quantity but lacks in the quality department as it is rather muddy and monotone below ~35Hz.
Title: Re: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: imugli on May 27, 2012, 06:18:04 am
My lounge room is currently serviced by a Logitech x530 setup. About $90 if I remember correctly.

It's not too shabby, to be honest... 
Title: Re: Desktop Stereo System for $70
Post by: Urbanito on May 27, 2012, 12:38:15 pm
Give a try to Audioengine. They are superb for the price. You can find them at Amazon.